The Las Vegas Raiders selected Fernando Mendoza with the first overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. However, head coach Klint Kubiak has announced that Kirk Cousins will be the starting quarterback when the team begins practice at the end of July.
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Raiders coach announces starting quarterback for training camp
The Las Vegas Raiders have confirmed that Kirk Cousins will start as quarterback during training camp, despite having selected rookie Fernando Mendoza with the first overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Coach Klint Kubiak made the announcement ahead of the team's practice sessions.
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